The Interclean Shanghai 2024 trade show, held from 11-13 December 2024 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, has been called an outstanding success.
Industry professionals gathered in China’s business and economic hub from far and wide, eager to tap into the many lucrative opportunities for succeeding in the rapidly evolving Chinese market.
Following the successful launch of Interclean China in 2021, this marked its third edition, attracting more than 150 exhibitors, 160 brands and visitors from more than 80 countries. The exhibition covered over 6,500m2 floorspace and included numerous co-located conferences and seminars, featuring 40+ speakers.
Robert Stelling, Director of Interclean, said: “The Chinese professional cleaning and hygiene industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, driven by the rapid adoption of AI-powered solutions and a strong commitment to sustainability through ESG initiatives.
“As technology advances at an unprecedented pace, China is not only setting new benchmarks for innovation but is also creating vast opportunities for investors to capitalise on cutting-edge products and solutions. With an increasing demand for cost-effective, high-quality cleaning products, the show served as a vital gateway for international companies looking to tap into the dynamic Chinese cleaning market.”
The exhibition showcased the latest advancements from leading manufacturers in cleaning and hygiene, offering a broad range of solutions from cleaning machines, accessories and robotics to washroom appliances, chemicals, detergents and healthcare cleaning equipment. Of particular interest were AI applications, smart technology and sustainability solutions.
The show had visitors from many countries, including Malaysia, Korea, South Africa, the Middle East and Europe. Interclean Shanghai 2024 attracted an audience of distributors, service providers and end-users, including property managers with significant purchasing power. The event provided a unique opportunity for international buyers to explore China’s thriving cleaning industry and connect directly with local suppliers and manufacturers. Many visitors mentioned how convenient it was to compare a wide range of prices, quality and suppliers all under one roof.
The programme included expert sessions featuring prominent professionals from around the world in the field of cleaning, hygiene and healthcare. Included in the key speaker line-up were Jill Frey, CEO of Cummins Facility Services, Kelsey Hargreaves, Technical Manager at BICSc, Dr Gavin Macgregor-Skinner, Senior Director of ISSA, Bill Basset, Global Director of the Interclean Group, Michael di Figlia, Managing Director of DTO and Professor Didier Pittet, MD, MS, CBE, Chair of Clean Hospitals.
Other exciting events during Interclean Shanghai include the Interclean China Elite Awards, Cleaning and Infection Control in China's Senior Care Facilities, China Urban Environmental Sanitation Cleaning Industry Meeting, International Exchange Meeting for Buyers, Healthcare Demonstrations, Hospitality Green Cleaning Development Summit and various Meet The Expert sessions.
Daniëlle Inostroza, Exhibition Manager Interclean, commented: “Looking back, it was a highly successful trade show, held for the first time in the business hub of China. Highlights included an international visitor base, a strong programme featuring renowned international speakers, and a seamless continuation of the experience concept introduced in Amsterdam.”
For those that missed the 2024 event, Interclean Shanghai 2025 will take place from 22-24 October 2025 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, while Interclean Amsterdam 2026 will take place 14-17 April 2026 at the RAI Amsterdam.
